When students discover their own self-worth and approach life prepared to achieve, the opportunities are endless! This is the philosophy behind the Teen Leadership course. Teen Leadership teaches students to take responsibility, express themselves, and handle problems and decisions when they arise. Teen Leadership prepares students for success in all they pursue, in and beyond the classroom.
Teen Leadership is designed to develop leadership qualities in a nurturing environment. Students have the opportunity to present a variety of speeches, participate in group activities and write journal entries based on classroom experiences. Additionally, students will be challenged to evaluate, develop, and apply the principles learned in the classroom outside of the classroom.
Leadership is all about being your personal best. It’s about doing the right thing and getting results over time. In Teen Leadership students will learn by doing which will build their self-confidence and in turn give the students the skills necessary to work cooperatively in challenging situations and with challenging people.
More benefits of Teen Leadership:
*Handling peer pressure
*Building meaningful relationships
*Communicating effectively
*Demonstrating creative problem-solving
*Accepting personal responsibility for your own thoughts, attitudes and actions
*Realizing the importance of principles, standards and beliefs
*Taking healthy risks in order to be successful
What's learned here leaves here.
What's said here stays here.
Welcome Teen Leadership Students!
I am so excited to be back at Kaynor! I hope everyone had a enjoyable and restful summer and is ready to begin a new school year. One of the many reasons that I enjoy teaching Teen Leadership is that it affords me the opportunity to share so many new teaching strategies. I have spent some time this summer creating new lessons and I can't wait to share them with you!
I'll do my best to keep you posted, so please check here for updates. And as always, feel free to stop by my room with any questions or simply to say hi!
Wishing you a successful and rewarding new school year,
Ms. Pat
NINTH GRADE CYCLE ONE 8/30 TO 9/12
- Getting to know you activities
- Have You Ever?
- T/F Personal Quiz
- Out of the Box
- Color of Life
- Setting up the Social Contract
- New Month Resolutions
- Setting a goal for September
- Creating Mailboxes and Writing Affirmations
- Guest Speaker
- Introduction to your Guidance Counselor
- Lesson 10 - First Impressions
- Lyric Speech (to be done during shop cycle)
Do your very best in your exploratory shop cycle. Make a good first impression!
ELEVENTH GRADE CYCLE TWO 9/13 TO 9/25
-GETTING TO KNOW YOU ACTIVITIES
- Have You Ever?
- Web Connection
- Out of the Box
- Color of Life
- SETTING UP THE SOCIAL CONTRACT
- NEW MONTH RESOLUTION
- Setting a goal for October
- CREATING MAILBOXES AND WRITING AFFIRMATIONS
- FIRST FORMAL SPEECH
- Sentimental Value
FRESHMEN - CYCLE 3 - 9/26 TO 10/10
WELCOME BACK! I'm so excited to have you back in class. Don't forget to come prepared with your Lyric Speeches. We'll start those on Thursday 9/27. Be prepared!
We will continue with activities that will help us learn more about ourselves and others.
- Web Connection
- Count Off
- Think Fast
- Human Knot
- Leadership Race
- Sentimental Value Activity
- Trust Walk
We will also cover the following lessons in the student manual.
I ask you to come to class with a positive attitude and to always follow our social contract.
JUNIORS - CYCLE 4 - 10 / 11 TO 10 / 23
We'll jump right back into class with Good News and a lesson about the importance and power of your attitude. I'll launch you with a Ralph Martson quote about the Freedom of Attitude. This will set the stage for the presentation of your Lyric Speeches. Remember, You Can Do it! With a positive attitude you can accomplish so much more!
We will continue with activities that will help us learn more about ourselves and others.
- Think Fast
- Human Knot
- Uniqueness Activity
- Leadership Race
- Trust Walk
We will also cover the following lessons in the student manual.
Lesson 2 - Attitude
* 5 % extra effort
* W.I.T. = Whatever It Takes!
Lesson 3 - Uniqueness Activity
Lesson 4 - Developing Relationships
Lesson 5 - Goals for the Course
Lesson 6 - Writing Assignment: "My Goals for
the Course and Two Specific Things
I'm Going To Do To Help Me Achieve
Them"
Also, don't forget that Comminuty Service is a requirement every marking period. I am offering up particpation in "Operation Christmas Child".
See me for a pamphlet, a box, and more information. You must fill the box and get it back to me by November 16th! Please remember to fill out the Community Service paper to get credit for your participation.
CYCLE 5 FRESHMEN 10/24 TO 11/5
Time sure is flying by! It's finally beginning to feel like fall and as each season passes we gain more knowledge about ourselves and more trust and in our group. It's time for self-discovery!
What to look forward to . . .
Student Manual:
Lesson 5 - Goals for the Course
Lesson 6 - Speech about Goals
Lesson 7 - Self-Concept
Lesson 8 - Self-Confidence
Quick Draw
Circle of Influence
Sticks and Stones
Affirmations
Group Activities:
Record Album Design
Follow the Leader
Puzzles
Sticks and Stones
Reflective Appraisals with Compliment List
Speeches:
"My Goals for the Course and Two Specific Things I'm Going To Do To Help Me Achieve Them"
Community Service:
Dont' forget to fill out your Community Service Project form for credit!
CYCLE 6 - JUNIORS - 11/6 TO 11/19
It's November! This is the last cycle of the marking period. Please make sure all your work is completed before the end of the cycle. Your marking period average will be calculated at the end of this cycle.
Circle of Influence
Sticks and Stones
Movie: Take the Lead
Movie Discussion
Affirmations
Check List MP 1
Group Activities:
Follow the Leader
Puzzles
Sticks and Stones
Reflective Appraisals with Compliment List
Reframing - rewrite Jack and Jill
Speeches:
"If Anyone asks me . . . "
Community Service:
Another reminder . . . this is the end of the marking period! Your Community Service Project must be completed by the end of this cycle!
Some opportunities:
Operation Christmas Child
- get a pamphlet from me due 11/16
Open House
- Thursday, November 15th, sign up in Guidnace
Can Food Drive!
_ sponsored by Student Council 10/29 to 11/9
Packing Thanksgiving day meals
- for GWIM - St John's Church on the Green right after school Monday, November 19th.
My Soldier Program
- Letters and packages to Camp Taji in Iraq
Dont' forget to fill out your Community Service Project form for credit!
CYCLE 7 - FRESHMEN - 11/20 TO 12/3
This is the last cycle of the marking period. It is also a shorter cycle that includes a half day for the long holiday weekend. Please make sure all your work is completed before the end of the cycle. Your marking period average will be calculated at the end of this cycle.
What to look forward to . . .
Student Manual:
Lesson 9 - Reframing
Classwork:
Reframing Handout
I am Thankful for . . .
Commerical Speech - Peer Editing
Goal Check (Check Nov./Write Dec.)
Class Activities:
Peer Editing
I am Thankful for . . .
Movie: Take the Lead
Movie Discussion
Affirmations
Check List MP 1
Group Activities:
Reframing - rewrite Jack and Jill
Peer Editing
Speeches:
30 Seconds of Fame - Commerical Speech
Community Service:
Another reminder . . . this is the end of the marking period! Your Community Service Project must be completed by the end of this cycle!
Some opportunities:
My Soldier Program
- Letters and packages to Camp Taji in Iraq
Adopt-a-Family
- Waterbury Youth Services
Soup Kitchen
- St. John's Church on the green in Waterbury
Dont' forget to fill out your Community Service Project form for credit!
Marking Period 2 Has Begun! Welcome Back Juniors ! Cycle 8 12/4 to 12/11
This is such a quick cycle, only 6 days! Plenty of time to learn more about ourselves and how we can make a difference in the world.
Don't forget that Wednesday, December 5th is Blue Jeans for the Bonilla Family Day! Please help this wonderful family rebuild after a fire that destroyed their home on Thanksgiving! With a $3.00 donation you have the opportunity to help out one of our own and wear blue jeans to school. Please join in the wonderful cause!
UPDATE !!! As a school we raised $1,700.00 for the Bonilla Family !!! THANK YOU !!
Student Manual:
Lesson 10 First Impressions
Lesson 11 Self-Confidence for Leaders
Lesson 12 Speech
Classwork:
* Journal Write # 1 - What is so different in Teen
* Leadership today? Give Examples
* What Body Language Do You Speak?
* Goal Check (Check Nov./Write Dec.)
Class/Group Activities:
* Different Greeting Activity
* Body language - Charades
* Christmas Cards - My Soldier Program
* Guided Imagery
* Affirmations
Speeches:
"A Memorable Experience" Due: Monday, Dec. 10th
Community Service:
This is such a special time of year - please reach out to those in need.
Marking Period 2 Has Begun! Welcome Back Freshmen! Cycle 9
12/12 to 1/4/2008
WE WILL BE BRINGING IN THE NEW YEAR TOGETHER!
This cycle is full of excitement both in and out of the classroom. It is one of my favorite times of year and I hope that you will share in my enthusiasm as we continue to learn more about ourselves and how we can make a difference in our class, our school, our neighborhoods, towns, state and the world! The possibilities are endless!
* Journal Write # 1 - What is so different in Teen
Leadership today? Give Examples
* What Body Language Do You Speak?
* Goal Check (Check Dec./Write Jan.)
Class/Group Activities:
* Different Greeting Activity
* Body language - Charades
* Christmas Cards - My Soldier Program
* Guided Imagery
* Affirmations
* Celebration
* Persistence Class Circle Activity
Speeches:
"A Memorable Experience" Due: Monday, Dec. 17th
Community Service:
This is such a special time of year - please reach out to those in need.
HAPPY NEW YEAR !! WELCOME BACK JUNIORS!!
Cycle 10 1 - 7 - 08 to 1 - 23 - 08 12 DAYS!!
2008 is going to be great!
As the new year begins we can look forward with anticipation to growing in greatness!
HERE'S THE GAME PLAN: Weather Permitting!
Student Manual:
Lesson 13 - Emotional Intelligence
Lesson 14 - Persistence and Optimism
Lesson 15 - Self Awareness
Lesson 16 - Self Control and Empathy
Lesson 17 - Social Skills and Interpersonal Skills
Lesson 18 - Self-Motivation
Lesson 20 - Public Speaking
Lesson 21 - Image
Lesson 22 - Public vs. Private Self
Classwork:
* Journal Write # 2 - What great things do you expect for yourself in 2008?
* Goal Check (Check Dec./Write Jan.)
* Handout - Focus on the Good Side / Lay it on the Line
* Journal Write # 3 - Do you see the glass half empty or half full? Give me an example to support your answer.
* I Have A Dream Speech
* Pop Quiz
* Affirmations
Class/Group Activities:
* Persistence - Class Circle Activity
* Small Group Activity - Empathy
* Self-Awareness Activity - Inner/Outer Circle
* Tempted?
* Partner Activity - Self-Control
* MLK Clip
* Self Image: The Fantasy,The Reality
Speeches:
"I Have A Dream" Due: Thursday, Jan. 17th
Community Service:
It's time to step it up! Opportunities Abound! Where can you help??
I'm looking for an individual and/or a class who is willing to head up our annual Daffodil sales for the American Cancer Society - come see me for details!
Also, still waiting for someone to notice the extra credit opportunity below . . . please prove to me that someone is reading this . . . mention Sharing Plate to me and you will be amazed at my reaction!
CYCLE 11 FRESHMEN 1/24 TO 1/31 ONLY 6 DAYS !
We started the month together and we'll end the month together . . . how exciting!
HERE'S THE GAME PLAN:
Student Manual:
Lesson 16 - Self Control and Empathy
Lesson 17 - Social Skills and Interpersonal Skills
Lesson 18 - Self-Motivation
Lesson 20 - Public Speaking
Classwork:
* I Have A Dream Speech
* Consequences of using Self-Control
* Goal Check (Check-Jan./Write-Feb.)
* Affirmations
Class/Group Activities:
* Tempted?
* Partner Activity - Self-Control
* A Dream, A Vision . . . A Puzzle
* MLK Clip
Speeches:
"I Have A Dream" due Wed. 1/30
Community Service:
I always have suggestions . . . stop by and see me. If you have Monday or Wednesday afternoons available, I have an opportunity. Must like working with mentally challenged adults. Come see me.
CYCLE 12 - WELCOME BACK JUNIORS! IT'S TIME TO GET CREATIVE! PROMOTIONAL BULLETIN BOARD PROJECT
Developing a Promotional Bulletin Board is a part of the 11th grade Teen Leadership-Career Development Curriculum and you will be required to design, prepare and promote a bulletin board related to your shop area. These trifold boards will be put on display in the shop areas during Career Exploratory Night/Parent Night on Wednesday, February 13, 2008. You will be asked to choose a topic to promote a specific tool, product or technique and/or skill essential to your trade area. Other choices can include career options, safety procedures, licensing information and or organizations related to your shop area. Your goal would be to promote your topic in a clear and effective manner. All information related to your topic must be accurate and relevant. Your message should be easily understood and motivational. The board itself should be well organized, creative, and balanced.
You will also be asked to present your Promotional Bulletin Board to the class. This presentation should be an explanation of your topic using the board as a visual aid.
You will receive two grades for this project:
• One grade for the Promotional Bulletin Board
• One grade for the oral presentation/speech explaining the board
• Check Rubrics for requirements
You may work as an individual or in a group with a maximum of 3 members.
Basic supplies (Trifold board, construction paper, scissors, glue) will be provided by your instructor, but extra materials are encouraged and would be the student responsibility.
Timeline:
January 23 – Topics picked and groups formed
January 24 to 31 – Gather information and materials during shop cycle
February 1 to 6 – Create Promotional Bulletin Boards in Teen Leadership Classes
February 7 & 8 – Present Promotional Bulletin Boards in class
February 13 – Volunteer to help at Career Exploratory Night
This is a huge project! Do NOT wait until the last minute!
If you need help . . . simply ask!
HAVE FUN! I CAN'T WAIT TO SEE WHAT YOU CAN CREATE!
CYCLE 13 - 2/12 to 2/25 - WELCOME BACK FRESHMEN - 7 DAY CYCLE - END OF THE THIRD MARKING PERIOD! Student Manual:
Lesson 21 - Image
Lesson 22 - Public vs. Private Self
Classwork:
* Understanding Our Deepest Fear
* Journal Write #3 - What is your deepest fear?
* Pop Quiz
* Goal Check (Check-Feb./Write-Mar.)
* Affirmations
Class/Group Activities:
* Permission to Shine
* Watching Coach Carter
Speeches:
"Our Deepest Fear" due by the end of the cycle (3/18)
Community Service:
I always have suggestions . . . stop by and see me. If you have Monday or Wednesday afternoons available, I have an opportunity. Must like working with mentally challenged adults. Come see me.
For those who have finally found their way to this web page . . . the secret word is "Sharing Plate". CYCLE 14 - 2/26 to 3/18 - WELCOME BACK JUNIORS -
17 DAY CYCLE - END OF THE SECOND MARKING PERIOD!
We will have to spend a little time playing catch-up because of the snow days last cycle. Presentations of your Promotional Bulletin Boards will begin on Wednesday 2/26. You will be given some class time on 2/25 to get organized. You did such a great job on the boards, I can't wait to hear/see your presentations!
Student Manual:
* Understanding Our Deepest Fear
* Journal Write #4 - What is your deepest fear?
* Pop Quiz
* Goal Check (Check-Feb./Write-Mar.)
* Affirmations
* Digital Values Lesson
* Write own Personal Mission Statement
Class/Group Activities:
* Permission to Shine
* Watching Coach Carter
* Values Auction
* Newspaper Activity - Actions speak of Values
* Life Lesson (Quote To Live By)
Speeches:
"Our Deepest Fear" due by the end of the cycle (3/18)
Community Service:
As a group we will be selling Daffodils for the American Heart Association. Please come see me during study halls if you would like to help out. Sales end March 3rd. Delivery will be between March 17th and 24th.
I always have suggestions . . . stop by and see me. If you have Monday or Wednesday afternoons available, I have an opportunity. Must like working with mentally challenged adults. Come see me.
*If anyboy asks me . . .
This speech activity does not require you to prepare a written speech. It's simple and fun. You will be asked is draw a question from my "question box" then read it and answer it in front of the class. You will then lead a class discussion with responses and comments from your fellow classmates. Expect to present for 2-3 minuttes. Sound easy? It is! Those who participate earn a 5!
CYCLE 16 - 4/3 to 4/11 - WELCOME BACK JUNIORS! - A QUICK 7 DAY CYCLE BEFORE THE APRIL VACATION - THIS IS THE START OF THE THIRD MARKING PERIOD!
I am going to shower you with lots of great lessons and activities! (get it - April showers . . . )
We're going to skip a little forward in our student manual so that we can spend this short cycle discussing problem solving.
* Brain Teasers
* Name Crossword
* The Pursuit of Happyness worksheet
* Goal Check (Check-Mar./Write-Apr.)
* Affirmations
Class/Group Activities:
* Hole in the a 3x5 index card that will fit a student
* Door Web - can you get into the classroom?
* "The Pursuit of Happyness"
Community Service:
With your extra time, find something to do that will help your community in some way . . . need suggestions . . . stop by and see me.
I wish you all a restful spring break. Spend some time doing something you really enjoy. Make time for those you really care about. Enjoy Life!!
CYCLE 17 - FRESHEMN - 4/11/08 TO 5/5/08 - 11 DAYS
Here's what you can look forward to:
* Brain Teasers
* Name Crossword
* The Pursuit of Happyness worksheet
* Goal Check (Check-Apr./Write-May.)
* Affirmations
Class/Group Activities:
* Hole in the a 3x5 index card that will fit a student
* Door Web - can you get into the classroom?
* "The Pursuit of Happyness"
CYCLE 18 - JUNIORS - 5/6/08 TO 5/16/08
JUNIORS IT'S TIME TO GET READY FOR YOUR SUMMER JOB SEARCH! WE WILL SPEND TIME WRITING RESUMES AND TALKING ABOUT WHAT IS NECESSARY TO LAND THAT JOB AND KEEP IT!
Student Manual:
Lesson 44 - Your Thoughts
Lesson 45 - Your Attitudes
Lesson 46 - Your Actions
* Peer Editing
* Digital Classroom
* How to sell youself
Speeches:
* If Anybody Asks Me
* Commercial Speech
Community Service:
SPRING IS HERE . . .SPRING INTO ACTION AND HELP OUT SOMEONE IN NEED!
CYCLE 19 - FRESHMEN - 5/19/08 TO 6/5/08
I can't believe the end of the year is here . . . 13 days and our year together comes to an end. I must say I have really enjoyed getting to know you and watching you grow throughout the year. It just doesn't seem possible that June is approaching and soon we all will be on summer break. I hope you take what you have learned in class outside of our classroom for all to see!
Student Manual:
Lesson 44 - Your Thoughts
Lesson 45 - Your Attitudes
Lesson 46 - Your Actions
Lesson 47 - Consequences
Lesson 48 - Accepting Responsibility
Lesson 49 - Speech
Classwork:
* Journal Writes
* Goal Check (Check-May./Write-June.)
* Change Poem
* What have you accomplished this year?
* Affirmations
Class/Group Activities:
* Angel/Devil role play
* Driven to Distraction
* Choose your own adventure story
* Line Game
* Toast for Change
Speeches:
* Something I want to say to this class
* Change Poem
Community Service:
SPRING IS HERE . . .SPRING INTO ACTION AND HELP OUT SOMEONE IN NEED! Please remember to fill out your Volunteer Opportunity Form and return it with the proper signatures!
"The Sharing Plate" is available to take home and share with your family. Read more . . .
THE SHARING PLATE
The sharing plate idea began after September 11, 2001. That September morning, all we wanted was to have our families safely home. We all have many positive thoughts that we don’t always share or never find the right time to say. There is no time like the present.
Directions: You are “The Sharing Plate” person. Each family member or guest at the table is to say something nice about the person with the plate.
The rim of the plate has different phrases to help you get started. Look inside your heart and say it!
This is an expression of Appreciation!
Each day is a gift, so give the gift of appreciation every day!
When you return to school the next day, you have to share your experience during “Good News” with the class.
This will allow you to be given +3 points to your final grade at the end of the cycle. You are allowed to do this only once per year for extra credit, but feel free to keep the tradition going in your homes!
Share the good news………………What did they say:
Thank you……
You’re special…...
I’m glad……
I appreciate……
I like when…….
I hope you…..
And all this fun earns you 3 extra credit points !!
ANOTHER EXTRA CREDIT OPPORTUNITY . . .
5 Extra Points!
Show off your leadership skills by taking control . . .
Start our class off with enthusiasm by leading "Good News". Show us how well you have learned to engage and explore by interacting with other members of our class. And then bring those skills home for a powerful and positive ending with your own reflection or encouraging story to end the class with. Launch us into our day feeling energized and good about ourselves and others!
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